What was the special mission of John the Baptist?

Answer

"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of
the Light, that all men through him might believe." John 1: 6, 7.

For what did Christ, just before His ascension, tell His disciples to wait?
What are children declared to be?
What effect did Christ's answers have upon the people?
What definite period is mentioned under this trumpet?
When is the resurrection of the righteous to take place?
What is charity called?
Is there danger of believers losing their hold on Christ?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle